Premier Alison Redford and Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Donald S. Ethell, presented Tom McFall with the Medal at the Diamond Jubilee Medal Presentation ceremony at the Shaw Theatre (NAIT) on November 14, 2012. The Diamond Jubilee Medal is specially designed and minted to mark the occasion of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to Throne as Queen of Canada and honour the Queen’s decades of service. The award itself is a symbol of service, excellence and community involvement. The presentation of the medals is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of community members and outstanding Albertans and Canadians who have demonstrated remarkable commitment and dedication towards numerous efforts.

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